Welcome to this week’s episode of the Life-First Business Podcast! If you're a new solopreneur in the wellness or life coaching industry, this shorty episode gives you some practical tips to help you overcome that early-stage overwhelm and take focused, strategic action toward building your successful coaching business.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why starting a coaching business can feel like wading through quicksand: The emotional and mental challenges solopreneurs face in the early stages of their journey.
• The energy drain of decision-making: How constantly deciding what actions to take can sap your energy and slow your progress.
• The importance of separating strategy from action: Why mapping out a clear plan is essential to avoid chaos and burnout.
• How to manage the vulnerability of taking uncomfortable action: Learn how to embrace discomfort and vulnerability as a sign you're pushing beyond your comfort zone and making real progress.

Key Takeaways:

• Creating a solid action plan helps reduce decision fatigue and allows you to focus your energy on executing.
• Support from a coach or program can guide you through key decisions, helping you stay on track and avoid overwhelm.
• Vulnerability is part of growth: Putting yourself out there can feel scary, but it’s a sign that you’re moving in the right direction.

Actionable Tips:

• Start by mapping out a clear strategy for your coaching business. Prioritize tasks and focus on one thing at a time.
• Get support—whether through a coach, course, or community—to help guide your decisions and keep you accountable.
• Be kind to yourself: Acknowledge that feeling exposed is normal and a sign of progress.

Resources Mentioned:

• Your Life-First Business Plan: A mini-course designed to help you create a step-by-step plan for launching your coaching business. [Link in show notes]
• Your Life-First Business Launch: A comprehensive program to help wellness and life coaches build their irresistible offer, attract ideal clients, and sell authentically.

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This is The Life-first Business Podcast, brought to you by fellow solopreneur and business coach Leonie from The Happy Heart Co. Find me on Instagram @leonie.businesscoach or learn more at www.thehappyheartco.com

In this episode I explore the three primary stages involved in building a thriving wellness coaching business:

• Launch Phase: Focus on defining your niche, crafting a compelling offer, and attracting your initial clients. This stage is about building a strong foundation for your business.
• Growth Phase: Expand your client base, create valuable content, and refine your coaching services. This phase involves scaling your business while maintaining high-quality client experiences.
• Scale Phase: Optimize operations, automate tasks, and diversify income streams. This stage is about achieving sustainable business growth and maximizing impact.

I discuss the importance of understanding the mindset required for each phase. By aligning your actions with the appropriate stage, you can accelerate your business growth and avoid common pitfalls.

Key takeaways:

• The significance of defining your niche and crafting a compelling offer in the launch phase.
• The importance of building strong client relationships and scaling your services in the growth phase.
• The benefits of automation and diversification in the scale phase.
• The mindset shifts required for success in each phase.

By understanding these three phases and implementing the strategies discussed, you can position your wellness coaching business for long-term success.

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This is The Life-first Business Podcast, brought to you by fellow solopreneur and business coach Leonie from The Happy Heart Co. Find me on Instagram @leonie.businesscoach or learn more at www.thehappyheartco.com

Are you a wellness or life coach struggling to launch your business and attract clients?

In this episode, I dive into the essential steps to launching a successful coaching business.

• Discover how to niche down, craft an irresistible offer, and master your messaging to stand out in a crowded market.
• Learn how to prioritize client conversations and avoid common pitfalls that can hinder your growth.
• Get ready to streamline your coaching business and start seeing results faster.

Want to get the exact 7 step plan to take your business from 0 clients to filling your waitlist?

Download my FREE 1 page Business Blueprint and Mini Training here

This is The Life-first Business Podcast, brought to you by fellow solopreneur and business coach Leonie from The Happy Heart Co. Find me on Instagram @leonie.businesscoach or learn more at www.thehappyheartco.com

Struggling to attract clients who are ready to say YES to your service-based business?

This episode dives deep into the crucial (but often overlooked) step of understanding your ideal client. Learn powerful strategies to get to know your ideal client better than your BFF, so you can craft messaging that resonates and attracts high-paying clients who are ready to work with you.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why knowing your ideal client is the foundation of attracting dream clients
• How to conduct in-depth client research through conversations and surveys
• The power of online communities and forums for uncovering client pain points
• How to leverage AI tools to generate client avatar descriptions and messaging
• Why pre-launch validation is key to ensuring your offers resonate with your ideal client
• The importance of gathering client feedback to continuously refine your messaging

Ready to stop attracting crickets and start attracting raving fans who become your ideal clients?

Book a 90-minute strategy session with Leoni to map out a clear plan for attracting high-paying clients and scaling your service-based business. The session includes a follow-up call and access to an exclusive online business planning course.

https://www.thehappyheartco.com/business-coaching-strategy-sessions

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This is The Life-first Business Podcast, brought to you by fellow solopreneur and business coach Leonie from The Happy Heart Co. Find me on Instagram @leonie.businesscoach or learn more at www.thehappyheartco.com